Good morning, Buffalo.

Buffalo’s East Side will bloom this weekend at the East Side Garden Walk — a free self-guided event where neighbors can explore over 100 open gardens from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

FeedMore WNY is building its new headquarters in Hamburg to fight hunger.

The facility, now 75% complete, will serve local communities (Erie, Niagara, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua counties) when it opens this fall.

Local firefighters will host the annual Slo-Pokes fundraiser today in Amherst.

The event will feature eight challenge contests, food and refreshments, and is expected to draw 1,000+ community members.

Wildfire smoke from Canada is reducing air quality in northwestern New York—local officials advise residents, including those near Buffalo, to stay indoors amid extreme heat today.

At a Wednesday evening forum in Buffalo, clients, families and professionals raised concerns about housing, care coordination and service access at OPWDD while Commissioner Willow Baer listened; attendees urged improvements in support for people with developmental disabilities.

Mayor Sean Ryan announced plans to improve Niagara Square’s safety after community surveys showed most pedestrians and cyclists feel unsafe; the city will use temporary measures such as a single traffic lane + shortened crosswalks and stricter parking rules, with further improvements and community outreach planned for the coming weeks.

Wildfire smoke can travel far and reduce local air quality — residents with heart or lung conditions are advised to wear N95 masks or stay indoors when experiencing symptoms.

Updated air quality indexes from the EPA and local sensors help guide precautions.

Local experts advise residents to protect their cars and homes from wildfire smoke by using recirculate mode on car AC, rinsing off ash before washing, and checking filters at home — advice meant to reduce health risks during today’s hazy conditions.

Buffalo Bandits' Mark Steenhuis and broadcaster John Gurtler were named to the NLL Hall of Fame and will be honored at a special fall event + coach Mike Accursi and forward Shawn Evans, who played with strong local ties, also join the eight inductees.

Former safety Jim Leonhard now serves as Bills defensive coordinator, experiencing camp from the coach's viewpoint.

His transition from player to coach may shape the team's tactics as practices continue.

Harvest & Rust: A Neil Young Experience

7-9:30 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $25.00 + Online Fee — Experience the sounds of Neil Young through an acclaimed tribute band with a dynamic setlist.

Buffalo Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Delaware Pub & Grill — Check website for ticket prices — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun, structured environment.

Wax and DJ Hoppa Concert

8-11 p.m. — Electric City — $45-$92 — Experience live music with Wax as DJ Hoppa spins the beats in Buffalo's vibrant Electric City.

Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets

7-10 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $50.00 + Online Fee — Enjoy a night of captivating performances by Nick Lowe and the high-energy instrumentals of Los Straitjackets.

Tom Stahl and the Dangerfields Concert

6-8 p.m. — duende at Silo City — Check venue for costs — Enjoy award-winning folk-rock from this Buffalo Music Hall of Fame band.

Buffalo Speed Dating for Ages 30s/40s

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fattey Beer Co. — Check event page for ticket info — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Sunny Sweeney Concert

5-10 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $25 — Enjoy the heartfelt sounds of country music from Sunny Sweeney and Kayla Ray at this intimate live show.

Loe Shimmy Concert

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Electric City — $75 — Experience the fresh R&B and pop sound of rising star LOE SHIMMY in an intimate setting.

Rust Belt Rampage II

5-8 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ — Experience a night of diverse local music featuring Exham Priory, Greywash, and more.

Sunday Social Photo Scavenger Hunt

5:15-6:15 p.m. — Canalside — Free entry — Explore the waterfront while snapping cool shots with fellow photography enthusiasts.